Data Protection Cybersecurity Engineer

Bank of Montreal; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 81,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Protection Cybersecurity Engineer to enhance its information security capabilities. This hybrid role focuses on structured data and involves developing, testing, and implementing security strategies. The ideal candidate will collaborate with stakeholders to recommend solutions, ensuring alignment with business value and technical soundness. You will lead projects, conduct design reviews, and stay abreast of industry trends to strengthen the organization's cybersecurity posture. This position offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on protecting critical data assets.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Accident and Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Performance-Based Incentives

Discretionary Bonuses

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience in cybersecurity with a focus on database security.
• Strong knowledge of data protection regulations and tools.
• Experience with AWS and Azure cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement information security strategies for the organization.
• Lead design reviews and recommend enhancements to security platforms.
• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshoot complex issues.

Skills

Database Security

Cybersecurity Expertise

Data Protection Regulations

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Agile Methodology

Education

Post-secondary degree in Computer Science

Information Security Certification

Tools

Imperva

IBM Guardium

AWS

Azure

SQL

Oracle

Job description

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Data Protection Cybersecurity Engineer

Apply locations Toronto, ON, CAN time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R250008548

Application Deadline: 05/29/2025

Address: 4100 Gordon Baker Road

Job Family Group: Technology

This is a data protection role focused on structured data (Databases).

This is a hybrid role, located in Toronto, that reports to the Director of Structured Data. This person will develop, test and implement information security platform/infrastructure strategies for the Bank. Provides cybersecurity subject matter expertise and advanced technical support. Builds the plans and roadmaps for future-focused information security solutions based on technical and business strategies, organizational growth and anticipated changes in the threat landscape. Works with stakeholders to recommend information security solutions based on engineering requirements. Ensures that information security systems and infrastructure align with business value and are technically sound and well-integrated. Provides timely response to escalations of critical issues to evaluate solutions, coordinate recovery and ensure resolution.

• Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.
• Contributes to strategic plans, technology roadmaps, and standards and promotes adherence to them.
• Anticipates and reduces complexity for others.
• Leads detailed design reviews and makes recommendations for changes/enhancements.
• Takes a leadership role in projects to implement new capabilities, significant upgrades, and product retirement.
• Designs, develops, tests, implements & maintains information security platforms to meet requirements for security functionality, performance, scalability and resiliency.
• Researches and tests new cybersecurity products and innovations to support tactical and strategic decision making.
• Provides advice, counsel and support on information security platforms and services and recommends solutions.
• Develops and implements changes to streamline and integrate security processes and systems in the organization.
• Leads continuous improvement activities and root cause analysis with the goal of strengthening information security capabilities.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Troubleshoots complex issues with internal and external stakeholders as required.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Identifies opportunities to strengthen the information security capability at BMO, such as: sharing expertise to promote technical development, mentoring employees, building communities and professional networks across BMO.
• Stays abreast of industry technical and business trends through participation in professional associations, practice communities & individual learning.
• Ensures consistent, high quality practices/work and the achievement of business results in alignment with business/group strategies and with productivity goals.
• Understands the scope of complexity that exists in the computing environment and the ways which security platforms impact that environment.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically between 4 - 7 years of relevant experience and a post-secondary degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Information Security, or a related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Min of 2-3 years of experience using database activity monitoring tools (i.e., Imperva, IBM Guardium, McAFee etc)
• Min of 2-3 years of experience assessing database security controls using manual processes and automated tools (i.e., Imperva, IBM Guardium, Qualys)
• Min of 2-3 years of experience performing data discovery activities on data repositories using data discovery tools (i.e., Imperva, IBM, Symantec, McAfee, Microsoft, Varonis, BigID etc) with more focus on structured data repositories (databases)
• Min of 2-3 years of experience with configuring / managing / supporting AWS and Azure cloud native DB services like AWS RDS, AWS Dynamo & on-prem database platforms like Oracle, SQL, DB2, Big data, Netezza, PostgreSQL & Mongo
• Min of 4-7 years of IT experience - Client - Server architecture (Windows / Linux Servers)
• Knowledge of data protection related regulatory requirements, emerging trends and issues
• Knowledge of industry leading data protection tools and data management practices
• Comfortable of working in an agile & fast paced environment
• Has at least one certification in a related field, with strong preference for Information security certifications from a well-recognized institution (e.g. (ISC)2, ISACA, SANS).
• Understanding of multiple information security platforms and able to solve complex issues, with deep/advanced understanding of at least one information security platform - In-depth.
• Technical and system-level expertise in one or more information security solutions and/or extensive background in IT design and engineering.
• Knowledge of information security design and engineering concepts, practices, and technology obtained through formal training and work experience - In-depth.
• Knowledge of the technical/business environment and the corporate processes and procedures - In-depth.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.
• Data driven decision making - In-depth.

Salary: $81,600.00 - $151,200.00

Pay Type: Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

About Us

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.